Daniel Levy Steps Down as Tottenham Chairman, Leaving Mixed Legacy After 25 Years

Daniel Levy has stepped down as Executive Chairman of Tottenham Hotspur after nearly 25 years, a move that has sparked widespread reflection on his transformative yet polarizing tenure. Appointed in February 2001, Levy oversaw the club’s evolution into a global brand, highlighted by the £1.2 billion Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and consistent European competition appearances in 18 of the last 20 seasons. His leadership delivered two trophies, the 2008 League Cup and the 2025 Europa League, but his cautious transfer policies and conservative spending drew criticism from fans for limiting on-pitch success.

The departure, announced on September 4, 2025, follows a review by the Lewis family, Tottenham’s majority shareholders through ENIC, aiming for greater sporting success. Peter Charrington, a recent board addition, steps into the newly created role of Non-Executive Chairman, while Vinai Venkatesham, appointed CEO in April 2025, takes on day-to-day operations. As Tottenham embarks on a new chapter under manager Thomas Frank, fans and pundits continue to debate Levy’s legacy, balancing his commercial achievements against the club’s modest trophy haul.

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